Serving 45 students in grades 6-12, Calico Continuation High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 45:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 45 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 45:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Calico Continuation High School's student population of 45 students has grown by 55% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
45 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
To prepare students to be confident, collaborative and creative learners for success in a rapidly changing society.
School Rankings
Calico Continuation High School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Calico Continuation High School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4369 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
45:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
51%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
5%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
38%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥50%
86.2%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)80%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
Showing 2010–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Calico Continuation High School's ranking?
Calico Continuation High School is ranked #4369 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Calico Continuation High School?
The graduation rate of Calico Continuation High School is 50%, which is lower than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Calico Continuation High School?
45 students attend Calico Continuation High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Calico Continuation High School students are Hispanic, 38% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Calico Continuation High School?
Calico Continuation High School has a student ration of 45:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Calico Continuation High School offer ?
Calico Continuation High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Calico Continuation High School part of?
Calico Continuation High School is part of Silver Valley Unified School District.
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